We all know that newborn photoshoots are adorable, but did you know there’s a time limit for those cute poses? One photographer found herself in a heated debate with a friend when she refused to do a newborn shoot for a baby that was ‘too old.’ Let’s dive into this story and see who’s in the right.
Photography Side Hustle

Newborn Photoshoots: Time Sensitive ⏳

A Friendly Gesture

Scheduling the Shoot ️

Too Late for Newborn Poses? ⌛

Friend’s Disappointment

Safety First

The Big Question: A**hole or Not? ♀️

Safety Concerns vs. Friend’s Expectations
Our photographer friend is in a tricky situation. She insists that doing a newborn photoshoot for a baby older than 7-10 days is unsafe, but her friend is disappointed and wants those adorable poses. The photographer offered alternative options, like family photos and a 1-month mini session, but her friend is still unhappy. Is our photographer being a stickler for safety, or is she just being stubborn? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation…
Photographer not at fault for refusing newborn shoot.

Photographer not at fault for refusing delayed baby photoshoot

Considerate question about booking time frame for baby photoshoot.

Putting baby’s safety first, NTA refuses entitled mother’s demands.

Miscommunication leads to drama in baby photoshoot request

Offered compromise for newborn photoshoot, suggests clearer communication in future.

New mom wants newborn photos, compromise with photographer suggested.

Clarifying the time constraint might have helped avoid miscommunication
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Photographer criticized for not being sensitive to new mother’s emotions

Safety first! Photographer not at fault for refusing photoshoot.

Safety first! Baby is too old for newborn poses. NTA

Questioning the need for risky poses in newborn photoshoots

Confused parent questions photographer’s safety concerns for 3-4 week old babies.

Photographer prioritizes baby’s safety over traditional newborn poses.

Photographer prioritizes baby safety over photoshoot, NTA

Respectful photographer sets boundaries for baby photoshoot.

Safety first: Photographer stands ground on risky baby poses.

Photographer criticized for being too rigid in photoshoot safety.

Experienced parent suggests compromise for baby photoshoot safety concerns.

Photographer prioritizes safety with gift certificate time limit. NTA.

Discussion on newborn photoshoot safety and comfort levels.

Photographer sets age range for safety, but needs to communicate better

Alternative solution proposed for newborn photoshoot dilemma
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Practical advice for a difficult situation

Grateful for free photoshoot, commenter supports photographer’s decision.

Photographer justified in refusing photoshoot, communication is key.

Safety over photos: NTA stands their ground

Mother defends photographer’s refusal for baby photoshoot due to age.

Photographer not at fault for client’s missed deadline

Supportive comment validates photographer’s decision, no further discussion needed.

Newborn used as model baby, photographer wants womb-posed pictures. TA.

Experienced parent disagrees with photographer’s safety concerns.

Photographer shares safe newborn photo alternatives with positive approach.

Confusion over newborn photoshoot guidelines

Discussion on balancing safety and aesthetic in newborn photoshoot.

Misunderstanding over coupon leads to missed photoshoot opportunity
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Photographer prioritizes baby’s safety over photoshoot, NTA.

Alternative photo options for awake and happy babies

Respectful refusal to compromise on safety. NTA

Miscommunication leads to missed opportunity for baby photoshoot

Clarifying age range for newborn photoshoot avoids misunderstandings

Newborn photographer agrees, NTA for refusing baby photoshoot.

Putting safety first: Photographer’s refusal to shoot baby photos.

Safety first! Photographer refuses risky baby photoshoot.

Photographer offered, client didn’t respond, now complains. NTA.
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Prioritizing safety over portfolio, NTA for refusing photoshoot.

Photographer stands by safety rules for baby photoshoot. NTA

Expert photographer stands firm on safety concerns.

Defining ‘newborn’ sparks debate: under 10 days or 4 weeks?

NTA for prioritizing safety in newborn photoshoot refusal

New mom defends friend, urges photographer to be gentle and understanding

Compromise suggested for photographer’s safety concerns and client’s wishes
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Safety first! Photographer praised for prioritizing baby’s well-being.
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Suggestive and supportive comment for baby photoshoot, NTA.

Photographer refuses baby photoshoot for safety, NTA wins approval

Capturing every moment is important, but not worth the risk!

NTA goes above and beyond with coupon compromise

Photographer takes safety seriously, offers alternatives for newborn photoshoots.

Respect the baby’s health and comfort, don’t stress them out

Photographer safely declines newborn shoot, offers compromise. NTA

NTA for refusing poses, but silly to not take any pictures
